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Delicious Homemade Red Sauce Enchiladas Chicken

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Ingredients
 

For the Chicken Filling:

  • Chicken breasts: 2 large cooked and shredded (about 3 cups)
  • Onion: 1 medium diced
  • Garlic: 2 cloves minced
  • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
  • Cumin: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt and pepper: to taste
  • Cheddar cheese: 1 cup shredded (for filling)
  • Monterey Jack cheese: 1 cup shredded (for topping)

For the Red Sauce:

  • Tomato sauce: 1 can 15 oz
  • Chicken broth: 1 cup
  • Chili powder: 2 tablespoons
  • Cumin: 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Onion powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt: to taste
  • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
  • All-purpose flour: 1 tablespoon

Additional Ingredients:

  • Corn tortillas: 8 to 10
  • Fresh cilantro: chopped for garnish
  • Sour cream: for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Red Sauce:

  • Make a Roux: In a saucepan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Whisk in the flour until it forms a paste.
  • Add Spices: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Combine: Gradually whisk in the tomato sauce and chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.

Prepare the Chicken Filling:

  • Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Combine with Chicken: Add the shredded chicken to the skillet, along with the cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before mixing in 1 cup of cheddar cheese.

Assemble the Enchiladas:

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Soften Tortillas: Briefly heat the corn tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave to make them more pliable.
  • Assemble: Dip each tortilla in the red sauce, fill with the chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining red sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining Monterey Jack cheese.

Bake:

  • Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve: Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream on the side.